Frances Daniels is a PPA-accredited journalist and Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide with an MA in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. Her role includes covering mattress and sleep news and writing sleep product reviews and buyer's guides, including our Best Hybrid Mattress 2025 guide. She is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health, interviewing a wide array of mattress and sleep experts to create well-informed articles about important topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders (from sleep apnea to night terrors), lucid dreaming, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing mattress topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2025 guide — and takes the lead on all content related to fiberglass-free mattresses for a clean, non-toxic sleep. Outside of Tom's Guide, she has written for Ideal Home, Homes & Gardens, and Marie Claire.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels

There are hundreds of mattresses on sale this week — these are the 7 deals actually worth shopping
By Frances Daniels published
Fatigued by the endless cycle of Prime Day and extended 4th of July mattress sales? These are the 7 deals I'd snap up in a heartbeat...

DreamCloud launches huge rival Prime Day flash deal — buy a queen Classic Hybrid Mattress for just $594
By Frances Daniels published
There's an additional 15% off the new DreamCloud Classic Hybrid, an affordable luxury mattress now even cheaper with this Amazon Prime Day-beating flash deal.

Memory foam vs hybrid mattress topper: Which one should you choose?
By Frances Daniels published
Our memory foam vs hybrid mattress toppers comparison details all you need to know about what to expect when it comes to price, support, and cooling.

Too hot to sleep? A cooling bed topper can help — 5 Prime Day-beating deals we’d buy from $45
By Frances Daniels published
Keep comfy this summer for 30% less with these cooling mattress topper deals

Siena vs Layla: Which cheap memory foam mattress should you buy?
By Frances Daniels published
If you're looking for a reliable budget mattress, the Siena Memory Foam and the Layla Essential are two great options to consider. Here, we compare their design, price, and performance.

The best medium-firm mattress 2025: 7 beds tested and approved by sleep experts
By Alison Barretta last updated
The best medium-firm mattresses combine firm support with plenty of cushioning for all sleep positions. We've tested plenty of these Goldilocks beds, and here's our top 7

LIVE: I’m a pro mattress tester and deals hunter — today’s 30+ best 4th July sales on top-rated beds, sleep tech and bedding
By Frances Daniels last updated
All the latest sleep deals from this morning's 4th July mattress sales — plus expert advice from our team

No air conditioning? 7 products I'd buy for a cool night's sleep in the 4th of July mattress sales
By Frances Daniels published
From mattresses to bed toppers, I've rounded up seven of the coolest 4th of July sleep deals to fall asleep without air con.

Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe mattress review
By Michelle Rae Uy last updated
The Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Luxe Cooling mattress is a great example of a hybrid mattress that fully delivers when it comes to preventing overheating and keeping you comfortable while you sleep.

What are microcoils and why are they suddenly in every mattress topper?
By Frances Daniels published
Microcoils promise to add comfort and support to mattress toppers, but what are these mini springs and why are they so popular?

Saatva vs Tempur-Pedic mattress toppers: Key differences compared
By Frances Daniels last updated
We compare the Saatva Graphite vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress toppers in terms of price, design, and comfort

What is pressure relief in a mattress and why is it important for hip and back pain during sleep?
By Frances Daniels last updated
Good pressure relief can be found in mattresses that help reduce and prevent hip and back pain, but what exactly is it?

EGOHOME Black 12" Mattress review 2025: affordable cradling support for all sleep positions
By Frances Daniels published
The EGOHOME Black 12" Mattress has an affordable price tag and a design created for cool, cradling comfort with medium-firm support, but does it deliver? Here's my verdict...

Noisy neighbours keeping you awake? I tried Amazon's top-rated white noise machine to drown mine out — and it actually works
By Frances Daniels published
Amazon's top-rated LectroFan EVO White Noise Machine features 22 sounds to help you sleep through noisy summer nights.

Memory foam bed too hot to sleep? Shop these 3 cooling mattress topper deals this weekend
By Frances Daniels published
Memory foam beds are notorious for retaining heat but these cooling mattress topper deals will keep you comfortable for up to 40% less

I live in a building with no air conditioning — here’s how I get a good night’s sleep in summer
By Frances Daniels published
Heatwaves can ruin your sleep — especially if you don't have air conditioning. Here are five easy ways I keep my bedroom cool without AC.

I ditched my $229 smart sleep mask for a $9.99 Amazon alternative — and I fall asleep faster
By Frances Daniels published
I can't stop collecting Amazon''s SMUG Satin Sleep Masks — here's why they help me fall asleep better than my $229 blackout tech

The best weighted blankets in 2025 to reduce anxiety and sleep better
By Becky George last updated
Reduce anxiety and sleep better with the best weighted blanket for your body type and budget.

The best Amazon mattress under $400 in 2025: Expert-recommended beds at low prices
By Ruth Jones last updated
We've found all the best mattresses on Amazon under $400 for a queen, tested by our experts and approved by Amazon customers

Panda Bamboo Memory Foam Mattress Topper review: Body-contouring comfort for worn-out beds
By Frances Daniels published
The Panda Bamboo Memory Foam Mattress Topper promises to transform beds with 'natural comfort', but does it? I tested it for over a month to find out

Your morning shower is ruining your nighttime sleep, says expert — here’s why
By Frances Daniels published
Physician and sleep expert says a shower in the morning may make it harder to fall asleep at night

The best mattresses for college students in 2025: Expert-tested beds for the new term
By Frances Daniels, Ruth Jones, Alison Barretta last updated
Heading back to school? These expert-tested mattresses for college students can help you get much-needed rest as you start the new term.

Watch this type of TV to fall asleep fast — plus 4 other expert-approved swaps I'm going to make to my nighttime routine
By Frances Daniels published
From choosing chocolate to revisiting your favorite shows, these nighttime routine swaps will help you fall asleep quicker
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